Laboratory Technician

Avera; Worthington (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

Retirement matching up to 5%

Career development & mentorship

Job summary

Avera Worthington Clinic is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform routine lab tests with accuracy, maintain equipment, and troubleshoot procedures.

The role requires completing an MLT credential, knowledge of quality controls, and effective communication within a multidisciplinary team. Community-based scheduling supports rotating shifts including days and some evenings.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or Technical Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) required.
• MLT certification by AMT or ASCP within 1 year of hire preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine clinical laboratory tests across departments with accuracy.
• Carry out calibration, quality control, and preventive maintenance on instrumentation.
• Review data, report results, and distinguish normal from abnormal parameters.
• Identify patients before specimen collection and provide collection instructions.
• Collect and transport specimens following accepted standards; perform phlebotomy competently.
• Manage laboratory inventory and monitor resource utilization.
• Participate in quality assurance programs and assist during inspections.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Visual acuity

Education

Associate's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Technical Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology

MLT Certification AMT

MLT Certification ASCP

Job description

Worthington, MN

Full time

R-25009187

Location:

Avera Worthington Clinic

Worker Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)

Pay Range:

The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

$22.75 - $32.75

Position Highlights

Schedule: Days 7am - 4pm or 7:30 am - 4:30 pm. Urgent Care one evening/week from 12:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Every 5th weekend rotation for Urgent Care: Saturday from 9am - 3pm and Sunday from 11am - 2pm.

This position may be eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus.

This position is eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principle balance.

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview

Responsible for expeditious and accurate performance of routine clinical laboratory tests, record keeping, preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and procedures.

What you will do

• Performs testing utilizing established protocol with a high degree of accuracy in all departments of the laboratory. Performs calibration, quality control checks and preventative maintenance steps on assigned instrumentation.

• Reviews, researches, interprets and reports data. Assumes responsibility for distinguishing between normal and abnormal clinical parameters.

• Properly identify patients before specimen collection, be able to explain the collection procedure and provide the necessary preparation and collection instructions to patients.

• Collects, receives and transports blood and other specimens from clinic patients following accepted standards of practice. Perform phlebotomy and other specimen collection procedures in a competent manner that does not result in the need for repeat collections or valid complaints from patients or clients.

• Implements and monitors laboratory inventory and control program.

• Responsible for resource utilization (supplies and equipment) in department.

• Actively participates in quality assurance program. Recommends corrective action for problems identified. Reviews policies and reads procedures as scheduled. Assists in the preparation for inspections and participates during inspection.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience

• Associate's Transcript showing completion of Medical Laboratory Technician degree or

• Technical Certificate Transcript showing completion of Medical Laboratory Technician degree

• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) within 1 Year or

• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within 1 Year

Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience

• 1-3 years Related experience and/or training

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.

• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.

• Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.

• Maintain confidentiality.

• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.

• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
• Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail] .

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.

The policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act. For assistance, please contact HR Now at 605-504-4444.

Additional Notices

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Avera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.